It's the last week before Christmas - what? how did this happen? If you're still on the lookout for a DIY gift, I have a super easy last minute idea for you. On the hunt at Home Depot for gifts for the hubby, I discovered gold hex nuts. (Mark gets a drill and I get jewelry - everyone wins!) After making simple hex nut earrings I experimented with making little honeycombs.
DIY Hex Nut Bracelet
You will need:
- Gold chain
- Gold hex nuts - I recommend size 8 or 10
- E-6000 glue
- 4 gold jump rings
- Lobster clasp
- Jewelry pliers
Using E-6000, glue the hex nuts together into a honeycomb shape. Let it dry completely - overnight is best. Once it's dry, you are ready to add the chain.
Step 7: Measure your wrist with the chain and cut the amount you need. Then cut it in half.
Step 8-10: Attach a jump ring to one end of each piece of chain. Then put it on the hex nut and close. Note: you can also do this step before gluing the honeycomb shape.
Step 11-12: Double check the length of your bracelet and adjust the length if needed. Then add a jump ring to one end and the lobster claw to the other. And you're done!
I love how delicate it looks - even though it's made from hardware! The gal who helps me with pictures took this one home with her so I know it was a hit. :)
I love it as earrings or as a necklace (see first photo). What do you think? Do you like hardware store jewelry?
Neria Leander says
This is so cute! I think I might use this as a fundraiser item for my Save the Bees Club!!! I'm so excited to try this!
Amy says
Hi,
Have you ever encountered the E-6000 glue turning green after a month or so?
When I first made the earrings, they were strong and the glue was clear, but a couple weeks ago, i went to put them on and i noticed the glue was green and with a light push, the bolts separated from themselves. Any advice?
gerbermom says
Hmm, I've never had that happen, that's weird! I'm trying to think what could have happened - did it get wet at all?
Amy says
Not that I am aware of, they were all clear and then all of a sudden; green. I can see now that my bracelet is also turning. Is there any other adhesive you would recommend?
Cathy says
Maybe the nuts were brass or copper
Terri says
Hi Amy, I'm afraid you may have the same problem I do... It's not much of a problem really, but anything containing copper, brass, zinc, goes green when it comes into contact with my skin, also many alloys even some silvers, if the silver is not pure. It doesn't hurt, but if worn for any length of time, my skin gets black residue.
It seems this chemical reaction is due to the pH levels of the skin, which in my case is fairly acidic. I can't wear lipstick for the same reason, they all go dark and unattractive. It has been suggested that this could be behind some women giving birth to only girls, although I can't say for sure as I don't have any children.
Sydney J. says
Terri,
You might want to try soaking the metal in vinegar. Just an idea.
Pam says
I love the hardware store! I find all kinds of great things there and get inspired just about every time I go. This is a cute idea. Washers make for interesting jewelry too. =)
gerbermom says
Yes, washers are fun too! So many good jewelry making items to be found at Home Depot...
Littlebit says
Is it permissible to make these hex nut items and sell them? I make costume jewelry and by adding a few beads and baubles they also would look great. I would like a reply if possible.
They are ingenious. You have a great imagination.
gerbermom says
sure, go ahead! let me know how they turn out.
High End Jewelers says
Amazing creativity! Nice use of nuts to make jewelry and accessories.
Jolleen The Graffitied Gardenia says
So cute!!!!
Yana says
wow, this is so easy and cool! will definitely make some earrings!!
Kei says
oh my gosh!! I think the earrings are my fav. They look so elegant for being from a hardware store!! brilliant <3
xo
Laicie says
Oh my gosh I want that bracelet -- too cool! What a creative idea!
gerbermom says
I know, I gave it away and now I kinda want it back. :) I'll have to make more - good thing hex nuts are cheap!
Angela says
Love these...is it sad that I'd probably only set foot in a hardware store for this reason?
gerbermom says
No, that is totally understandable - jewelry inspiration is the only reason I go (well, willingly anyway!)
Kiersten @ Oh My Veggies says
This might be Make & Keep for me. :) I loved the other ones you did, but gluing the hex nuts together turns out SO cool!
Samantha says
Clever and beautiful.
Stephanie says
So pretty! I always get bored to tears at Home Depot, so I'll have to keep this in mind next time I'm there. :)
Claire @ Claire K Creations says
So cute! I have a such a tough time in the hardware store. Everything I look at I come up with a million different options for. I could spend hours there!
Mo McCray says
I love this idea! Very creative. I love the earrings and bracelet. I will try this myself soon. :-)
danielle says
Lovely! Making them for myself! Immediately!
Stephanie says
so cute but industrial :)
Tonia@thegunnysack says
Cute! I need to get some of that glue! I keep forgetting and the one time I remembered Michaels was sold out!!
Ashley says
Oh I love this! So cute! These would make great, inexpensive Christmas gifts!
Thanks so much for stopping by my blog - so glad to have found yours too. I am a new follower!
Erin @ Thanks, I Made It says
Lovely! I really like them attached together. The new blog makeover is great too!
gerbermom says
Thanks Erin! I highly recommend Shay - she was amazing to work with.
Carolina Benoit says
I Love this!!!! I trying it this weekend for sure!!!!
Jen @ Cuddles and Chaos says
Love this! I've made hex nut jewelry before, but never thought of gluing them in cool shapes like this! Fab!!!
Gloria says
This is so cute! I love the earrings version too!
Meeha Meeha says
Whoa, this is super creative - and great looking, too! I'm pinning it :)
alyson says
Wow, so cool! Have seen hex nut styles but nothing like this... adore.
Vinita says
This is so innovative! The formation of the hex nuts reminds me of fragments of a honeycomb pattern. Gorgeous jewelry!